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Nikon says the next-gen AF-S Nikkor 70-200 mm f/2.8E FL ED VR sets a new standard for pro telephoto workhorse lenses, while new the PC Nikkor 19 mm f/4E ED is Nikon’s widest ever tilt-shift Nikkor offering. The company says the two FX-format lenses are designed to achieve “amazing optical performance” for the most demanding professional and enthusiast photographers.

The lens provides up to four stops of Vibration Reduction (VR) image stabilization, an improvement from its predecessor. During burst shooting, the lens takes advantage of an electromagnetic diaphragm for consistent auto-exposure control. Additionally, a Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra-fast and quiet AF operation with seamless manual focus override. Photographers will also appreciate assignable function buttons on the lens barrel that offer customization, perfect for engaging pre-set autofocus or other focusing options.

A new optical formula consisting of six ED elements, one fluorite element, a high refractive element and Nano Crystal Coat helps make for a lighter and more versatile lens, while reducing chromatic aberration and helping to all but eliminate distortion, ghosting and flare, says Nikon. The magnesium alloy lens barrel features superior weather-sealing to achieve anti-dust and waterdrop-resistance, while fluorine coating on both the front and rear glass facilitates easy cleaning.

The perspective control 19 mm lens is a tilt-shift offering 97° of coverage. Tilt the lens to sharpen focus throughout a scene or create a miniature effect, or shift to adjust perspective in-camera, create panoramas or eliminate converging lines.

For the first time with a Nikkor PC lens, the direction of tilt operation can be made parallel or perpendicular to shift.

The lens was crafted with three ED and two aspherical elements that help combat distortion and glare, while virtually eliminating chromatic aberration and coma, even at the widest aperture settings. The lens also features Nano Crystal Coat to combat ghosting and flare, an electromagnetic diaphragm for fast auto-exposure control, as well as a fluorine coat that helps resist dirt, water spots and smudges.

Depending on combination of shift and rotation, operation may be restricted by mechanical interference between the lens and camera when used with certain Nikon cameras. Models that can be used without any limitation: D5, D4 series, D3 series, D810 Series, D500. Models that can be used with some limitations: Df, D800 series, D750, D610, D600, D300 series, D7200, D7100, D5500, D5300, D5200 D5000, D5100, D3400, D3300, D3200, D3100. Models that are not compatible: D2 series, D1 series, D200, D100, D90, D80, D70 series, D3000, D60, D50, D40 series, film cameras, Nikon 1 series with FT-1.

The AF-S Nikkor 70-200 mm F/2.8E FL ED VR will be available in November for a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $3,699.95.

The PC Nikkor 19 mm F/4E ED also will be available in November, for an MSRP of $4,499.95.